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  • Karl Kruse avatar

    A Call To Obey

    Contributed by Karl Kruse on Jan 25, 2003
    based on 55 ratings
     | 11,562 views

    This sermon speaks especially to congregations and communities experiencing stress, and a lack of unity; reinforcing the call to obediently seek and follow the will of God.

    January 26, 2003 "A Call To Obey" Jonah 3:1-5, 10; Mark 1:14-20 “The word of the Lord came to Jonah a second time, saying, ‘Get up, go to Nineveh, that great city, and proclaim to it the message that I tell you.’” Now, if the word of the Lord came to Jonah a second time, it only makes sense to ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Expressions Of Public Praise

    Contributed by Tony Colson on Aug 8, 2003
    based on 6 ratings
     | 2,944 views

    (This message outline is meant to assist pastors in addressing their congregations concerning the March For Jesus (MFJ) in a Biblical and Theological way).

    Introduction: The MFJ began in 1987 in the city of London, England. What began as a group of 15,000 marchers has led to thousands and millions of marchers in cities around the world. (198). Born again believers from several different churches join together to lift up an expression of praise and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Victory In Jesus

    Contributed by Randall Newman on Sep 29, 2001
    based on 121 ratings
     | 28,403 views

    Outline taken from the Hymn song Victory In Jesus. Used at a community service involving a congregation from various denominations.

    Victory In Jesus Introduction: Turn with me in the hymnal that is in your pew. Turn to page _________. This is my sermon outline tonight. Victory In Jesus! If there is anything we need today it is Victory! Amen! This old Hymn was written in 1939. Author E. M. Bartlett. Victory is defined ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Ray Ellis avatar

    God Still Speaks Today

    Contributed by Ray Ellis on Jan 22, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,853 views

    Prayer is as much about listening as it is about talking to God. This message encourges members of the congregation to participate in small prayer groups.

    God Still Speaks Today I Samuel 3:1-10 In First Samuel we find the people of Israel have gone back to their old ways of being indifferent toward their Creator. Their leader at the time was the high priest, Eli, an old man whose eyesight has begun to go bad. Unless something changes Eli will ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

  • David Henderson avatar

    All For One And One For All Series

    Contributed by David Henderson on Nov 4, 2007
    based on 25 ratings
     | 23,519 views

    This message was preached to help our congregation se the beauty of being a church that works together to reach our community for Christ.

    “All for One and One for All” Ephesians 4:1-16 If you are a sports fan then there have been plenty of games to watch to keep you busy. The baseball playoffs, the world series coming up. Plenty of football also. Until Thursday night we had the #2 football team in the nation right here in Tampa. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Change In Leadership

    Contributed by Darrell Coats on Aug 5, 2009
    based on 9 ratings
     | 34,730 views

    A sermon designed for pastors who are leaving a church and trying to prepare the congregation for the new pastor. An ideal sermon for an interim minister.

    A Change of Leadership Deuteronomy 34:1-9 Introduction: A few weeks ago, Cathy and I were driving in the Houston area when we came across a bumper sticker that read, “I’ll keep my money, you keep the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    How Rich Are We?

    Contributed by Ricky Johnson on Sep 12, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,234 views

    A sermon to share with the congregation the need for serious and steady prayer concerning our church’s annual budget and the giving of the church.

    The internet is a wonderful source of information; although some is trivial, some useless, some is motivational, and some mind-numbing. Just for fun I went to a site called "Global Rich List." On this site there is a block where you insert your annual income, click on another button and it will ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Faith For The Faithful

    Contributed by Matthew Morine on May 13, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 54,760 views

    Most people believe that the leadership of a congregation are the people with the strong faith. This is not always the case. Here is a lesson for the faithful to stay faithful.

    FAITH FOR THE FAITHFUL THEME: THOSE WHO ARE FAITHFUL MUST ADMIT A FAITH WEAKNESS. TEXT: MARK 9:14-29 It seems that in the church those in a leadership position are strong in the faith. The elders, deacons, preachers, and teachers are those who are solid with the faith. This seems to be the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Idol Of Tolerance: Thyatira Series

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Nov 16, 2009
     | 5,572 views

    We will seek to address the question: “how is a congregation to express and practice its faith in the midst of the genuine cultural challenges that it faces?”

    American Idols: Looking at Ourselves and Our Loyalties Through the Eyes of Jesus** The Idol of Tolerance: Thyatira Revelation 2:18-29 Sermon Objective: We will seek to address the question: “how is a congregation to express and practice its faith in the midst of the genuine cultural challenges ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Warner Pidgeon avatar

    Parents, Praise, Prophecy, Prayer And Patience

    Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Jan 27, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,467 views

    A fairly short sermon asking the congregation to pray for parents, to praise God for Jesus, to be open to prophesy, to be regular in prayer and to be patient.

    Luke 2: 22 to 40 This is such a lovely all-age event in the life of Jesus. We’ve got a baby (Jesus 2:21), parents (Mary and Joseph 2:22), a man of faith (Simeon 2:25), and a very prayerful and faithful widow (Anna 2:36). The whole event is a reminder to us that children are a gift from God. I was ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Bruce Gebbeken avatar

    Ministry And Attitude

    Contributed by Bruce Gebbeken on Nov 4, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,507 views

    When Jesus confronts his congregation of followers about the truth of physical and spiritual ideas, something really stirs up!

    Ministry and Attitude John 6:22-71 Sometimes as church going people we need to stop and look to see what our motivation is. I have many times bent over backwards to accommodate people so that they would be comfortable in our little church. I know some of you have done the same when you are out ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Stephen Schwambach avatar

    The Power Of Music In Worship Series

    Contributed by Stephen Schwambach on Jun 18, 2007
    based on 19 ratings
     | 23,255 views

    This is a tour-de-force of the changes in music styles down through the ages that helps the congregation embrace musical changes in worship.

    THE POWER OF MUSIC IN WORSHIP BTCC 10/15/06 Prelude Welcome to our August series on Life-Change! • Two weeks ago: “Life-changing Words” o Last week: “Life-changing Events” • Today: “Life-changing Music” IMAG: MUSIC TESTIMONIES VIDEO Prayer • Thank You for the gift of music! o Please help ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Dave McFadden avatar

    "Jonah, Chapter Four: A Story Of Resentment” Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Sep 8, 2010
    based on 6 ratings
     | 21,111 views

    How is it possible for believers, or even entire congregations to sideline themselves and keep from being part of what God is doing?

    Each chapter of Jonah has a story to tell. In chapter one, we read a story of rebellion. In chapter two, we read a story of repentance. In chapter three, we read a story of revival. Now, let’s look to chapter four. (READ TEXT) We would think the story of Jonah would have ended on the high note ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Curry Pikkaart avatar

    Focus! Series

    Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on May 1, 2012
     | 8,241 views

    Many congregations, as they worship, experience union but not unity. They lack a spirit of oneness. What does it take to experience unity in worship?

    “More Words on Worship: Focus!” John 4:1-24 Six people were marooned on a desert island. Two were Jewish, two were Catholic, and two were of Reformed background. The two Jews founded “Temple Immanuel.” The two Catholics organized “The Church of the Holy Name.” ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Ken Pell avatar

    Lessons From Haiti (Part 1)

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Aug 26, 2012
     | 1,884 views

    This is a 4 part motivational report I gave to the congregation after a Sabbatical trip to Haiti; it includes 7 transferable insights.

    Lessons from Haiti {Part 1} Acts 15:4 Big Idea: This is a 4 part motivational report I gave to the congregation after a Sabbatical trip to Haiti; it includes 7 transferable insights. When they came to Jerusalem, they were welcomed by the church and the apostles and elders, to whom they reported ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene